Two Arrested in Illegal Firearms Investigation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FREDERICK, Md. (November 12, 2026) – On Tuesday, November 10th, 2026, detectives with the Frederick County Sheriff's Office (FCSO), assisted by the Frederick Police Department, arrested two individuals following the execution of residential search warrants as part of an ongoing illegal firearms investigation.
Search warrants were served at residences in the 5700 block of Sugar Maple Court and the 9500 block of Hyde Place in Frederick. During the searches, detectives recovered two handguns, ammunition, and additional evidence related to the investigation.
As a result of the investigation, detectives arrested Zamarie Waters, 18, of Frederick, and a 16-year-old male from Frederick.
Waters was transported to the Frederick County Adult Detention Center and charged with:
· Registered Firearm: Illegal Possession (2 counts)
· Illegal Possession of Ammunition (2 counts)
· Possession of a Firearm by a Minor
· Possession of a Firearm without a Serial Number
· CDS Possession with Intent to Distribute
The 16-year-old male was transported to the FCSO and later transferred to the custody of the Department of Juvenile Services. He was charged with:
· Registered Firearm: Illegal Possession
· Illegal Possession of Ammunition
· Possession of a Firearm by a Minor
· Possession of a Firearm without a Serial Number
· Firearm Possession After Crime of Violence Conviction
· CDS Possession with Intent to Distribute
Anyone with additional information is asked to call the FCSO at 301‑600‑1046 or submit a tip through the FCSO tip line at 301‑600‑4131.
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The Frederick County Sheriff's Office (FCSO) is a full-service law enforcement agency, an arm of the court, and a keeper of offenders. In this regard, it exists to serve the more than 290,000 citizens of Frederick County with respect, fairness, and compassion. FCSO is committed to the prevention of crime; the protection of life and property; the preservation of peace and order; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; the safeguarding of constitutional guarantees; and safekeeping of prisoners. The men, women, and officers of this office nurture public trust by holding themselves to the highest standards of performance and ethics. The FCSO is located at 110 Airport Drive East, Frederick, MD, 21701. Visit www.frederickcosheriff.com for more information.
